Night Shift Senior Care Assistant — Lead Care Team

CARE CONCERN GROUP LIMITED; Linlithgow; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PVG paid

Pension

Uniform provided

5.6 weeks annual leave

Job summary

Bower Care Home in Linlithgow is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to help shape the new home’s standards and culture. You will support colleagues, build positive working relationships, and create a warm, well-organised environment for residents and families.

You will lead hand-on care, oversee medication, monitor wellbeing, and maintain accurate care records, collaborating with families and healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care.

Qualifications

• SVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care (minimum), with Level 3 desirable or willingness to work towards
• Medication administration training with competency is essential
• Experience supporting or leading a care team is beneficial
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• A caring, compassionate and professional approach

Responsibilities

• Guide and support the team in delivering safe, high quality, person centred care
• Oversee medication administration and monitor residents’ wellbeing
• Maintain accurate care records and ensure clear communication with families and healthcare professionals
• Ensure smooth running of shifts and high standards of care

Skills

SVQ 2 Health & Social Care

Medication training

Team leadership

Communication skills

Caring approach

Job description

Bower Care Home in Linlithgow is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to help shape the new home’s standards and culture. You will support colleagues, build positive working relationships, and create a warm, well-organised environment for residents and families.

You will lead hand-on care, oversee medication, monitor wellbeing, and maintain accurate care records, collaborating with families and healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care.